Sewing Machine Operator in Wheeling

Job DescriptionJob Description

Skills:

· Proven experience (1-2 years) as a sewing machine operator (Juki cover-stitch, double needle, single needle, and serger)

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and switch between tasks when asked

· Strong sense of responsibility and accountability

· Reliable attendance and reliable transportation

· Attention to detail

· Must be able to sit or stand for long hours throughout shift depending on the given task

· Must be able to understand process specifications and use them to complete the assigned task.

· Great communication skills

Responsibilities:

· Complete given orders efficiently and cleanly during daily shifts

· Meet or exceed given quotas for the day

· General machine operating knowledge

· Re-threading machine, replacing needles, and winding bobbins

· Perform general machine maintenance such as cleaning and small repairs Candidate Qualifications for Seamstress (for agency):

• Candidate must have prior experience using industrial sewing machines.

• Must have experience with 2 or more of the following machine types: o Single needle straight stitch o Cover-stitch o Serger/overlock o Double Needle Straight stitch

• Knowledge of basic garment assembly. We require our seamstresses to do more than one step of the process, such as only sewing on a collar, so knowing how a basic garment is put together is key.

• Must be able to reliably commute to and from work.

• Fluent in Spanish, English, or bilingual

• Sewers will be tested during their interview

• Must be able to work 40hrs Monday-Friday

• Must present a resume with applicable working history Seamstresses needed for Summer 2026

Season:

• Double Needle Straight Stitch – 5 seamstresses o Experience using a double needle machine and o Experience using a flat- felled folder/hemmer

• Single Needle, Serger, Cover-stitch – 16 Seamstresses o Experience with basic garment assembly o Designated machine experience o Zipper installation experience ( not required)

Company DescriptionClearStaff Inc. - an industrial staffing company - We place candidates with the right skill sets to perform their duties, and match every candidate to the right job where they can succeed.Company DescriptionClearStaff Inc. - an industrial staffing company - We place candidates with the right skill sets to perform their duties, and match every candidate to the right job where they can succeed.